Screen Cubby Project

[jimmy fitzwell]

Another silly idea (maybe not?): You know how the Bronco has the accessory switches above the windshield, and the Hero switches on the dash above the screen? And how the Bronco has the power outlet on the dash, root? The way I put 2 and 2 and purple together, and thought why not have an accessory switch panel there instead with a few extra USB power ports for a dashcam, GPS, and other accessories?

I think of the various ways people could use them for lighting from utility vehicles with the amber light bars, spotlights, flood lights, etc., to people adding custom accessories like under-body lighting, audio equipment, HAM, CB, GMRS radios, etc. Dashcams, GPS, phone and device chargers (even better if they could be tied into the existing USB ports, too for phone connectivity in those ports as well). If someone can make one and have it match the interior styling and do a plug-n-play harness, they'd probably sell quite a few.

I've been thinking of using it for my VHF/UHF ham rig. The radio will be mounted in the rear, maybe even using that stupid slot thing they think is so cool. Then use the cubby to anchor the 1.5 X 5.5inch head and attach the mic. Quick release in case I want to drop it out of view.

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[D3onrice]

Working on connecting buttons functions for the panel.
Should be completed by fall delivery of vehicle.

 

[ttthhasdf]

kingranchero said:


Without the lil removable rubber mat, cubby measures 93mm tall, 58mm wide, 70mm deep. At the back it tapers down to 76mm tall, 50mm wide.

a little smaller than I guessed, about 3.6" x 2.2"

 

[AceGoliath]

a little smaller than I guessed, about 3.6" x 2.2"

I like it. Add this to it for the Maverick/flight reference:

 

[ttthhasdf]

I don't like it.

 

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[04mach146]

This is actually a great idea for people that plan to add lighting. Great spot for a gang switch panel!

Or a bass adjustment knob...

 

[MarkG]

Or a bass adjustment knob...

As long as it goes to 11.

 

[asel3121]

Perfect size for a Funko Pop, it appears...

 

[Rkbrumbelow]

I've been thinking of using it for my VHF/UHF ham rig. The radio will be mounted in the rear, maybe even using that stupid slot thing they think is so cool. Then use the cubby to anchor the 1.5 X 5.5inch head and attach the mic. Quick release in case I want to drop it out of view.

I saw this and thought of you: https://hackaday.com/2021/08/06/sbitx-hackable-hf-sdr-for-the-raspberry-pi/

 

[Scooter66]

Working on connecting buttons functions for the panel.
Should be completed by fall delivery of vehicle.

Better if it could hold your smart phone

 

[oljackfrost]

Better if it could hold your smart phone

There are literally dozens of different phone mounts. One of them could surely be mounted to hold the phone next to the 8” screen.

 

[SgtLip]

There are literally dozens of different phone mounts. One of them could surely be mounted to hold the phone next to the 8” screen.

Let me know if you find one that fits. I thought of the exact same purpose for the void but can't find a phone mount that will work.

 

[Michaelkov]

Working on connecting buttons functions for the panel.
Should be completed by fall delivery of vehicle.

 

[Decayed]

What about a small tablet? I was thinking of a 7" deal and connect it via my phone's hotspot. Run all the car stuff on it.

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